Everyone stinks sometimes. It’s just a fact of life—body odor is normal.

But sweat alone doesn’t cause underarm odor, it’s the bacteria. Without taking too much of a deep dive into science, body odor is the perceived unpleasant smell our bodies can give off when bacteria that live on the skin break down sweat into acids.

Thankfully, deodorants exist to help fend off the smell. But it’s worth noting that some will just try to cover it up while the most effective among them will instead fight the cause of odor directly by killing the bacteria that makes sweat smell bad. While your armpits are probably the sweatiest areas on your body, they are not the only places that could use stink protection.

As temperatures begin to rise at this time of year, let’s take a look at some other areas on the body that could benefit from an appropriate deodorant. Keep in mind though that you should only use deodorant for external use.

Private Parts

No one particularly likes to talk about genital sweating, but it’s a reality for many women and men. If left unattended, it may lead to a smell down south, or chafing and rashes. And nobody wants that. If there’s an odor coming from around your lady parts, it’s tempting to reach for a vaginal deodorant or ask your doctor for antibiotics. But there’s a good chance that it’s external and not from an infection such as bacterial vaginosis. If the smell bothers you, an external product like Lume may be all you need.

A female gynecologist invented Lumē Deodorant for Underarms and Private Parts. It’s a cream that creates a protective barrier on the skin to prevent bacteria from digesting bodily fluids that then lead to odor. It was made initially to solve a problem for her patients, but it just so happens that the cream, which is sold in a stick and tube, is a superior underarm (and beyond) deodorant as well.

Behind the Ears

Remember when your mom told you to wash behind your ears? It may sound like a strange place to emit odor, but you do have sweat glands behind the ears. You also have sebaceous glands anywhere there’s skin. These glands secrete oil called sebum, which is a mix of wax and fats that can smell. The hiding places in the folds and grooves behind the ears make it a breeding ground for dirt, sweat, and smells. Your mom was onto something, but you can prevent odor before it occurs when you have the right product.

Footsies

Excessive sweating can lead to smelly feet, which can be pretty embarrassing. If your feet are sweaty or blisters are causing a problem, put away the bandages and use a product that resembles an aluminum free antiperspirant instead. Find a deodorant, such as Lume, that’s clinically tested to work on your feet, underarms, private parts, and other external areas of the body. After all, why use several different products if you don’t have to?

Under Your Breasts

We all know underboob sweat is a thing. The tough part is that it’s front and center—and everyone can see if you’re sweating there. You can invest in a moisture-wicking bra, which will help. You should also choose an aluminum free deodorant that has naturally-derived ingredients to put underneath your breasts to help prevent odor and chafing.

As you can clearly see—but hopefully won’t have to smell—deodorant isn’t just for your armpits. Do your research to find a cruelty free deodorant made without aluminum, baking soda, or parabens, then apply—wherever you need.

About Lumē Deodorant

Lume Deodorant for Underarms and Private Parts is a doctor-developed, hypoallergenic deodorant for men and women. It contains no aluminum, baking soda, or parabens and instead offers up a cruelty-free, vegan formula that’s made with naturally-derived ingredients. Lume Deodorant is safe for sensitive skin and can be used externally on pits, feet, privates, or anywhere else you want to be odor-free. Dr. Shannon Klingman is an OB/GYN and inventor of Lume Deodorant. She originally created Lume Deodorant to help her patients with odor concerns. It turns out that the product Dr. Klingman developed is a very effective underarm deodorant too. It’s been a long journey from when she made her first version of Lume Deodorant in her kitchen to now holding two patents for her unique invention. Lume is a product that actually prevents external odor from happening in the first place, and it’s changing the way people think about—and use—deodorant.

Learn more about Lume Deodorant at Lumedeodorant.com

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